Jessica Jacobsen

Import beer posted another strong year in 2024 with experts calling attention to the performance of Mexican beers as the driving force behind that growth; however, potential tariffs could stall that growth.

Hard cider continues to navigate challenges, but the beer segment is embracing flavor and variety as data shows its success is tied to seasonality and regions.

Generation Z and Alpha are having an increasing influence on the consumer packaged goods market, but do beverage-makers know what motivates these consumers?

Following a recent revoking of authorization by the Food and Drug Association (FDA), manufacturers choice of FD&C Red No. 3, ingredient suppliers are stepping up their efforts to support food and beverage-makers color solution needs.

The U.S. wine market is feeling the pressure as beverage alcohol contends with changing consumption habits and attempts to appeal to younger legal drinking age (LDA) consumers.

The complex employment environment has left warehouse and distribution managers challenged to retain quality workers. Although competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages are important, experts note they are not enough on their own.

As these beverage alcohol markets grapple with challenges, manufacturers and wholesale distributors also are bracing for the potential of tariffs.

FedUp Foods built a workplace that values its people as much as products. The kombucha manufacturer saw those values come to the forefront when Hurricane Helene impacted its community.

Demand for still beverages has beverage-makers turning to dosing technology, like liquid nitrogen, to support this need state. Greg Neville, sales manager of the Americas at Vacuum Barrier Corp. (VBC), shares what’s trends are driving this technology.